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Pediatrics III

The nurse is caring for an infant who is admitted with bacterial meningitis. What is the first priority when providing nursing care for this child?

ExplanationThe first priority is to begin antibiotics as soon as possible. The more quickly antibiotics are started, the better the child’s prognosis. The nurse will keep the room quiet and dim and will explain actions to the parents. However, these actions are not as high of a priority as administering the antibiotics. Oxygen is administered only if the child’s respiratory status is impaired.